Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Second ODI with Series On The Line
The second ODI match between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota, with the series on the line. Sri Lanka have chosen to bat first, hoping to secure the win and the three-match ODI series. Afghanistan, on the other hand, will be aiming to take the victory and gain confidence as the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 approaches.
Teams:
Afghanistan (Playing XI): Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik
Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha
Conclusion
The second ODI between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is set to be a thrilling one, with a lot at stake. Sri Lanka will be hoping to secure the win and the series, whereas Afghanistan will be aiming to prove their mettle without their spearhead Rashid Khan. Whoever wins, it is sure to be an exciting match.